Advantage Technical College San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Veterinary Technology program at Advantage Technical College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career assisting veterinarians in providing comprehensive animal care. This program provides a comprehensive education covering essential areas such as animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, surgical procedures, clinical laboratory techniques, and diagnostic imaging. Students will learn to perform a wide range of tasks, including administering medications, assisting in surgeries, collecting and analyzing samples, taking radiographs, and providing nursing care. The program likely includes significant hands-on training in a simulated clinic and real-world clinical rotations, allowing students to gain practical skills under the supervision of experienced professionals. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and pursue careers as credentialed veterinary technicians in various settings, including private practices, specialty clinics, emergency hospitals, research facilities, and animal shelters. The duration of the program is typically two years, resulting in an Associate of Applied Science degree.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Advantage Technical College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.